LAST week News Of The Area reported that significant works had begun at Valla Beach with the intent of increasing the lifespan of the Valla Beach Reservoir.
Council has advised NOTA that work is progressing well on the refurbishment of the reservoir, with specialist contractors Alfab Services making a strong start on the complex internal cleaning program.
Crews have already completed three high-pressure blast clean sessions at the base of the tank, marking the first major step in preparing the structure for long-term renewal.
Bede Spannagle, General Manager of Nambucca Valley Council, said the reservoir on Valla Beach Road had reached an age where careful refurbishment was essential.
“By having a specialist contractor deliver this work, the reservoir’s life-span will be significantly lengthened,” he told NOTA.
“Delivering affordable, reliable potable water to residents and businesses within towns is one of Council’s key roles. “Alfab Services team have so far high-pressure blasted three applications of Garnet SA3 safe blast abrasive to the internal base of the tank.
“This first step of high-pressure blasting both cleans and prepares the structure’s steel for refurbishing.”
Construction hours for the project are 7am to 5pm on weekdays, with potential Saturday work from time to time between 8am and 1pm.
Residents may notice a humming noise during blast cleaning, however Alfab Services personnel will endeavour to minimise disturbance.
Intermittent noise monitoring will also be undertaken at the site to ensure compliance with construction noise limits.
High-pressure cleaning and refurbishment of the reservoir is a highly technical process and, weather permitting, work may continue through to June 2026.
The Valla Reservoir was originally constructed in 1975 and remains a critical component of the local water supply network.
For further information or enquiries about the works, community members can contact Council on 02 6568 2555 or email council@nambucca.nsw.gov.au.
By Mick BIRTLES
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